Judge Honored For Serial Killer Confessions Nov 14, 2008
Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge Melissa Powers is receiving the "Heroes Against Hate" award from the Anti-Defamation League. The award will be presented Monday at Washington's Kennedy Center. (WKRC.com, OH)
Lessons from Mulugeta Seraw's beating death changed Portland Nov 14, 2008
He said Dave Mazzella, a recruiter for the Metzgers who had worked with the Portland skinheads, walked into the office of the Jewish Anti-Defamation League in Santa Ana, Calif. and said he had information about a murder. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Hanover Diversity Committee wants to target discrimination Nov 14, 2008
According to the Anti-Defamation League s website (www. adl. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
‘Love is love.' Eventually, all America will accept it Nov 13, 2008
Proposition 8 threatens the permanent and abiding nature of the requirement that laws must apply equally to all the most basic principle of democratic government, says a supporting letter from the Anti-Defamation League and other groups. The latest legal challenge asserts that the proposition doesn't just amend the state constitution, it revises it, in which case the state legislature had to authorize the proposition with a two-thirds vote, which it didn't do. (Globe and Mail)
Woman slain as she tried to leave KKK rite Nov 13, 2008
Authorities said the group's members called themselves the "Dixie Brotherhood." Mark Pitcavage, director of investigative research for the Anti-Defamation League, said the Dixie Brotherhood appears to be a small, loosely organized group of people. "This is not what I would call an established Klan group," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
More groups ask California Supreme Court to overturn Proposition 8 Nov 12, 2008
In letters to the court, the Anti-Defamation League and other groups sided with lawsuits that said Proposition 8, which reinstated a ban on same-sex marriage, amounted to a sweeping revision of the state Constitution instead of a more limited amendment ... "Proposition 8 threatens the permanent and abiding nature of the requirement that laws must apply equally to all -- the most basic principle of democratic government," said the letter from the Anti-Defamation League, Asian Law Caucus, Bet... (Los Angeles Times)
Zakim: Lenny wouldve liked this election Nov 12, 2008
Joyce Zakim is the widow of the late Lenny Zakim, civil rights activist and executive director of the New England region of the Anti-Defamation League. Dennis Kanin co-wrote this column with Zakim. (Newton Tab, MA)
Cobb school honored for anti-bullying efforts Nov 11, 2008
Anti-Defamation League executive director Bill Nigut presented the school with a huge banner at an assembly. Recent headlines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Religion Notes (Nov. 12) Nov 11, 2008
The first guest will be Dr. S. Asif Razvi, president-elect of the Islamic Council of New England and co-founder of Camp IF, in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League, which is an interfaith youth leadership program. He currently is part of the Wayland Clergy Association and the Greater Boston Inter-religious committee as well as a Dialogue Group of the Islamic Council of New England. (Newton Tab, MA)
Exhibit unites art, diversity Nov 10, 2008
I couldn t be happier, said Paul Henrion, a member of the No Place For Hate committee, which is loosely affiliated with the Anti-Defamation League. We got an amazing response. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Governor installs 12-member public integrity task force Nov 8, 2008
Other members appointed to the task force include Pamela Wilmot, executive director of Common Cause Massachusetts; Charles Baker, chief executive of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care; professor George Brown of Boston College Law School, a government ethics specialist; Peter Sturges, former executive director of the State Ethics Commission; and Andrew Tarsy, former New England director of the Anti-Defamation League. It will also include four members of the Legislature: Senator Benjamin Downing,... (Boston Globe)
The Anti-Defamation League Expresses Disappointment in Passage of California's Prop 8 Nov 8, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League today expressed its disappointment at the passage of California's Proposition 8, a constitutional amendment that eliminates the right of gays and lesbians to civil marriage. ADL issued the following statement: "Proposition 8 seeks to repudiate a fundamental civil right of gays and lesbians. We believe that it is unconstitutional, intrusive into the private lives of members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender... (PR Newswire)
Chosen few, plus two, for diversity awards Nov 7, 2008
The Drum Majors for Justice will be awarded to: Wayne M. Burton, president of North Shore Community College, who will also be the keynote speaker for the awards dinner; Andrew Tarsy, former director of the Anti-Defamation League of Massachusetts; and Barbara and Joseph Younger, well-known activists in Danvers and on the North Shore ... Andrew Tarsy disagreed when the national Anti-Defamation League refused to recognize the massacre of Armenians by Turks in the early years of the 20th century as... (Danvers Herald, MA)
Proposition 8 Becomes $73M Race Nov 4, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League issued a statement criticizing a Yes on 8 spokesman for making a comparison between what gay marriage opponents face and the tactics of Adolf Hitler. The sponsors of the gay marriage ban shot back by criticizing a new ad from the No on 8 campaign that compared the discrimination facing same-sex couples to the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II.. (KCRA 3, CA)
Jewish soldier's accused assailant ejected Nov 3, 2008
An Army trainee who was accused of assaulting a Jewish soldier at Fort Benning last month has been thrown out the military, the Anti-Defamation League announced Sunday. The organization commended the Army for acting decisively to punish the recruit who assaulted Pvt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Anti-Defamation League Condemns Use of Nazi Imagery in Proposition 8 Campaign Nov 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League today condemned the Pacific Justice Institute for invoking Hitler and Nazi Germany in their campaign for California's Proposition 8, which seeks to overturn a state court ruling recognizing same-sex marriage in California ... The Anti-Defamation League, established in 1913, is the leading civil rights and human relations organization fighting anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry and discrimination through education, intervention... (PR Newswire)
Super fun doing the limbo Oct 31, 2008
The trip, organized by the Anti-Defamation League, includes ADL Director Abe Foxman, Boston attorney Jim Rudolph, Davio's owner Steve DiFillippo, and 200 Israeli military officers. In their separate e-mails, both Regan underlings noted, with discernible glee, that the boss is being forced to eat the same C-rations as the Israeli army. (Boston Globe)
Vatican not ready to open files on Pius Oct 31, 2008
"In order to come to judgment on Pope Pius, the archives need to be available on an open basis," Abraham Foxman, the director of the Anti-Defamation League, said in a telephone interview. Benedict, marking the 50th anniversary recently of Pius's death, has described him as a great pope who spared no effort to try to save Jews. (Boston Globe)
White Supremacists by the Numbers Oct 30, 2008
Explainer thanks Timothy Brown of Northeastern University and Mark Pitcavage of the Anti-Defamation League. Brian Palmer is a freelance writer living in Columbia, Md. (Slate)
ADL Commends Federal Agents for Preventing Killing Spree and Obama Assassination Attempt Oct 28, 2008
NEW YORK, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today congratulated law enforcement for uncovering and preventing what the League called "potentially the most deadly racist shooting spree in many years, including an assassination attempt on presidential candidate Barack Obama." The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Crockett County, Tennessee Sheriff's Office opened an investigation that resulted in the arrest on October 22 of Daniel... (PR Newswire)
KEN BOYD: In defense of Prop. 8 Oct 28, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League submitted this court brief: "It is particularly important to teach children about families with gay parents. Diversity education is most effective when it begins during the student's formative years."From an ACLU brief: "The parents in this case do not have a constitutional right to override ... the judgment of the school."The book 'King and King' is taught to second-graders in Massachusetts. It is about a prince who married another prince, and includes a scene of the... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Obama Would Fail Security Clearance Oct 28, 2008
Specifically, he has longstanding, if indirect ties to two institutions, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), listed by the U.S. government in 2007 as an unindicted co-conspirator in a Hamas-funding trial, and the Nation of Islam (NOI), condemned by the Anti-Defamation League for its consistent record of racism and anti-Semitism. First, Obama s ties to Islamists. (Human Events Online)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 25, 2008 Oct 26, 2008
In 1981, when McCain sat on the board of the U.S. Council for World Freedom, the Anti-Defamation League said the parent association of the USCWF "has increasingly become a gathering place, a forum, a point of contact for extremists, racists and anti-Semites.". McCain also has the Keating Five, G. Gordon Liddy and Reid/Abramoff in his portfolio of bad associations. (North County Times)
public debate and the quietly religious Oct 26, 2008
Abraham Foxman, national director of the Anti-Defamation League, said in a recent op-ed for the JTA (the Jewish news service): "It is deeply troubling when religion is no longer just an element in understanding the character of a candidate but becomes a central part of a party's efforts to win votes or to pander to a certain religious group or constituency. Government should not endorse, promote or subsidize religious views - and particular religious views should not be the determining factor in... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Students face punishment for 'Hit a Jew Day' ... Oct 25, 2008
Karen Aroesty, St. Louis regional director of the Anti-Defamation League, said this was more than a case of bullying ... Anti-Defamation League. (The Drudge Report)
Supremacists shift to attract middle America Oct 21, 2008
" The National Socialist Movement is the largest neo-Nazi group in the USA, according to the SPLC and the Anti-Defamation League, which works to fight bigotry. The NSM has chapters in 38 states, its website says. Mark Potok, director of the SPLC's Intelligence Project, says the debate over immigration has led to a rise in hate groups. In Pennsylvania, where the Hispanic population increased by 41% from 2000 through 2007, Keystone United has been busy. Members distribute fliers calling on... (USA Today)
Every USA Church, Synagogue Gets Militant Islam DVD Oct 20, 2008
Clerical signers include: Rabbi Herzel Kranz from The Jewish Center of Silver Spring, Maryland; Rev. Alveda King, niece of Martin Luther King, Jr.; Father Frank Pavone, Roman Catholic head of Priests for Life; Rev. Rosemary Schindler, San Francisco Board of the Anti-Defamation League and member of the Oscar Schindler family (of Schindler's List); Dr. James M. Hutchens, Brigadier General and Deputy Chief of US Army Chaplains (Ret. Rev. Ben Kinchlow, former co-host of The 700 Club; Dr. Bruce Fong,... (PR Newswire)
ADL North Shore Leadership Awards Ceremony honors local leaders Oct 18, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League has been combating hate and bigotry on the North Shore for more than 20 years, and a crowd of 250 turned out to honor some of those on the front lines of that battle. The ADL s North Shore Leadership Awards Ceremony and 20th Anniversary Celebration was held Wednesday, Oct. 16 at Congregation Shirat Hayam in Swampscott to thank those who have made substantial commitments to the ADL and who have shown extraordinary leadership in the North Shore community. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Help sought in finding medical center vandals Oct 17, 2008
District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis, along with Chula Vista and San Diego police, San Diego County Crime Stoppers and the Anti-Defamation League, announced a $5,500 reward for leads in what they said was the latest in a series of hate crimes ... Hate crimes reverberate throughout an entire community, said Morris S. Causto, regional director of the Anti-Defamation League. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Fox's Lying, Slacker Jesus Oct 11, 2008
But Seth MacFarlane hasn't crossed the Anti-Defamation League, or the Council for American-Islamic Relations, or Obama's "Fight the Smears" web page. Millions of parents see TV critics of the major media as a sort of early warning system, alerting them to programming that would be unsuitable for children. (Human Events Online)
Watertown group is unhappy with Blue Cross response over Armenian Genocide question Oct 10, 2008
A Watertown-based Armenian advocacy group is not satisfied by the apparent discrepancy between two stances on the Armenian Genocide held by different offices of the Anti-Defamation League ... The ANCM responded to Blue Cross saying they were disappointed that Blue Cross Blue Shield has decided to turn a blind eye to what is clearly genocide denial by the Anti-Defamation League. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Jewish soldier who was beaten moved to new unit Oct 8, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League sent a letter to Fort Benning s commander, Maj. Gen. Walter Wojdakowski, saying it remained concerned for Handman s safety. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Real Obama Oct 7, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League, once critical, applauded Singlaub for his efforts. Moreover, the USCWF was granted a sense of political legitimacy when President Ronald Reagan addressed the group in September 1984. (Townhall.com)
Benning sergeants disciplined Oct 6, 2008
The Atlanta Anti-Defamation League said Sunday it has intervened in the case of a Jewish soldier at Fort Benning who allegedly suffered religious discrimination. At the ADL s request, Army Pvt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Banner's first stop: Swampscott Middle School Oct 3, 2008
The town received its No Place for Hate Designation on June 26 as part of an anti-bias training and recognition ceremony through the Anti-Defamation League. The town had wide representation at this training and in culmination received the banner. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
GROUP: Financial crisis causes spike in online anti-Semitism... Oct 3, 2008
"The age-old canards about Jews and money are always just beneath the surface," said Abraham Foxman, the national director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), which fights anti-semitism. "As we witnessed after 9/11, whenever there is trouble or uncertainty in the economy or world events, Jews become the scapegoats and ugly anti-semitic canards are given new life.". (The Drudge Report)
Economic meltdown brings out anti-Semitism Oct 3, 2008
Abraham Foxman, director of the Anti-Defamation League, says that what he calls "age-old canards" about Jews and money "are always just beneath the surface.". And he says that whenever there is a downturn in the economy, the level of anti-Semitism rises. (NJ.com -- News)
ADL Says 'Pulpit Initiative' Raises Serious Moral and Legal Questions for Clergy Sep 25, 2008
NEW YORK, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A nationwide campaign to encourage Christian clergy to use their congregations specifically to oppose candidates for office that "do not align themselves with Scriptural truth" raises serious moral and legal questions, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) said today ... "They can speak out on political issues, and promote voter participation and voter education initiatives. But politicizing churches coerces congregants, distorts the political system and... (PR Newswire)
ADL: Ahmadinejad's Speech to the U.N. Put His Anti-Semitism on Full Display Sep 24, 2008
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) said today's speech by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to the United Nations General Assembly "put his anti-Semitism on full display" and shows the true threat that the Iranian regime poses to the West ... The Anti-Defamation League, founded in 1913, is the world's leading organization fighting anti-Semitism through programs and services that counteract hatred, prejudice and bigotry ... SOURCE Anti-Defamation... (PR Newswire)
An open letter from the Armenian American community to Blue Cross Blue Shield Sep 24, 2008
We are writing to urge you to end Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts s endorsement of the Anti-Defamation League s (ADL) No Place for Hate (NPFH) program. Although the ADL professes to secure the human rights of all people, it continues to deny the Armenian Genocide and actively works against its recognition. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
On the contrary, group's 'obsession' is very healthy Sep 24, 2008
This same persistence will make sure that the likes of the Anti-Defamation League, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and others are also shamed into doing the right thing. SOSSE BEUGEKIAN Lexington. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
ADL must make an unequivocal statement Sep 24, 2008
IN THE Sept. 22 editorial it is suggested that the Anti-Defamation League made a statement last month that acknowledged the Armenian Genocide. What exactly was this statement and where was it made. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
A good place for Blue Cross Sep 22, 2008
BLUE CROSS Blue Shield of Massachusetts is being challenged by some local Armenian-Americans and their supporters to defend its sponsorship of antibias programs run by the New England Anti-Defamation League. On balance, continued corporate partnership with the ADL is not only a defensible position, but the right one. (Boston Globe)
Federation to move east and stay downtown, trustees vote Sep 19, 2008
Renting office space to other Jewish agencies currently downtown, such as the American Jewish Committee or the Anti-Defamation League, or even Hillel at CSU, are suggestions that have not yet been explored, say Gross and Hoffman. Federation has not decided yet what to do with 1720 Euclid Ave., the adjacent 20,000-square-foot building it owns that now houses staff offices, Gross says. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Palin offends dog owners Sep 14, 2008
While Palin's assertion that the only difference between a hockey mom and a pit bull was "lipstick" drew a loud ovation from the Republican faithful in St. Paul, it raised the ire of the Pit Bull Anti-Defamation League, a powerful association of pit bull fanciers who monitor the portrayal of pit bulls in the media. "As someone who has owned pit bulls for the past 20 years, my jaw dropped," said Carol Foyler, the group's executive director. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Watertown Town Council in 60 seconds Sep 13, 2008
Town Council President Clyde Younger presented a letter explaining why Blue Cross Blue Shield did not show up to the Town Council meeting this time to address their funding the Anti-Defamation League anti-bias program No Place for Hate. August s meeting seemed to suggest BCBS would show up. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
This week's letters to the editor, mostly about the election Sep 13, 2008
He intelligently led the successful efforts to withdraw the MMA s co-sponsorship of No Place for Hate when it became clear that the Anti Defamation League would not change its position on the Armenian Genocide. Those of us who have gone from town to town in this effort to support historical truth know one thing: Jonathan did it because it was the right thing to do. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Religion briefs Sep 12, 2008
NEW YORK, NY -- The Anti-Defamation League has called an evangelical move to promote evangelizing Jews in Europe an "affront to the Jewish people." ... The Anti-Defamation League said issuing the statement from Berlin was especially insensitive. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Company in talks with NFL teams had Nazi ties Sep 12, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League issued a statement calling the proposed naming rights deal inappropriate and an insult to the memory of Holocaust victims. The New York region is home to many Holocaust survivors and their families and to World War II veterans for whom memories of the war are still vivid, the statement reads. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Many issues back on state ballot again Sep 11, 2008
Opponents: Marriage Equality USA, California Labor Federation, Anti-Defamation League, American Civil Liberties Union. Web site. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Malaysia to punish official for remarks Sep 10, 2008
Abe Foxman, head of the Anti-Defamation League, an American Jewish advocacy group, called the remarks an example of "classic anti-Semitism.". But he added: "I'm delighted to hear that there is at least a rejection from the prime minister of this bigotry and anti-Semitism. . . . The most important thing is the voice of the prime minister saying that this is bigotry, this is racism, this is unacceptable.". (Boston Globe)
Maher's Religulous Poster Unleashed Sep 10, 2008
"Religion is not immune to criticism or satire... but if you don't like it, don't go see it," adds Abraham Foxman, national director and chairman of the Anti-Defamation League. "I think Muslims are becoming increasingly reluctant to being drawn into these self-seving publicity gambits," says Ibrahim Hooper, communications director for the Council on American-Islamic Relations. (E! Online)
COLUMN: Who is Barack Obama? Sep 7, 2008
He maintained his connection to the church s reverend until political expediency and pressure from the Anti-Defamation League required he disassociate, which he did faster than you can say, political baggage. You see, the church s pastor, Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr., who was a friend and spiritual mentor to Obama (he presided over his wedding and the baptism of his two children) has a long, outspoken, and well-documented history of anti-Semitic and anti-American sentiments. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Fla. court tosses ballot attempts to allow public religion funding Sep 6, 2008
Americans United for the Separation of Church and State and the Anti-Defamation League, which supported the plaintiff in the case, hailed the ruling. "Religious liberty and public education are two cornerstones of the American way of life, and these amendments would have badly damaged both of them," said Americans United's vice president, Rabbi Merrill Shapiro, in a statement. (USA Today -- News)
LPGA Backs Off English Requirement Sep 6, 2008
Leading civil rights groups including the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the Anti-Defamation League had joined in the protest, as had several ethnic rights organizations. Yee pointed out that there are 121 international players on the LPGA Tour from 26 different countries. (Click2Houston, TX)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 4, 2008 Sep 5, 2008
"But no Palin. Nothing big and important coming out of her mouth. Alf wrote on Sep 4, 2008 12:31 PM:Well, "Ms M" at 11:40AM,you ask "Now explain to me how the incumbent party can run on change with a straight face". I believe that George Orwell, in his book "1984", used (or coined) terms that properly answer your question, either -doublespeakordoublethinkorboth.If you google either of those terms and "follow the wikipedia trail" or if you are familiar with those terms, you'll understand. In... (North County Times)
$11,500 Offered To Find Synagogue Vandals Sep 3, 2008
San Diego County Crime Stoppers, the Anti-Defamation League and the Hate Crimes Reward Fund have jointly offered a reward totaling $11,500 for information leading to an arrest in the case, according to Hubbert. Copyright 2008 by City Wire. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
She's just too sweet to be true Sep 2, 2008
" 4. Speaking of Heifers Madonna, touring with her show Sticky & Sweet (or is it Sticky & Haggard?), recently screened a photo montage containing shots of Senator John McCain, Hitler and Robert Mugabe. The national director for the Jewish Anti-Defamation League, Abraham Foxman, said this parallelism was "outrageous. " What does she care? She looked foxy. 5. 'How Much Longer Till She's Found Dead?' Asks celebrity watcher Perez Hilton of singer Amy Winehouse. Recent photos of her feature what... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
RTM lauded by Anti-Defamation League Aug 31, 2008
MEDIA - The Rose Tree Media School District, during a recent meeting of the board of school directors, was recognized with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) No Place for Hate designation and banner. Lisa Stewart, project director for No Place for Hate, said the purpose of the Anti-defamation League is to protect the rights of all people regardless of race, religion, language spoken, or sexual orientation. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Watertown Town Councilors spar over accuracy of Hecht campaign ads Aug 29, 2008
To Hecht s claim stated in the pamphlet he brought people together to take a strong stand for justice against what some see as the Anti-Defamation League s denial of the Armenian genocide, Younger said while the Town Council voted to sever ties with the ADL in August 2007, Hecht was on vacation in China with his family. He was away, Younger said in an interview. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Madonna courts controversy again over McCain video Aug 27, 2008
Abraham Foxman, national director for Jewish group The Anti-Defamation League also issued a statement calling it "outrageous to invoke Nazi imagery in the context of John McCain's candidacy.". In 2005, Rabbis criticized Madonna over a song, "Isaac," that they said used an inappropriate reference to a 16th century mystic. (Reuters)
New boss of local Anti-Defamation League to face issue of Armenian Genocide recognition Aug 27, 2008
By courtesy of the Anti-Defamation League. Derrek Shulman has been named head of the Northeast Region of the Anti-Defamation League ... Partial text of what is supposedly a new letter from the Anti-Defamation League on its view of the Armenian Genocide. (Brookline TAB, MA)
ADLs new regional director already facing criticism Aug 27, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League s new regional director is being criticized by a prominent area activist before he has officially started his new job. Newton resident David Boyajian, a member of Armenian Advocacy group No Place for Denial, said rising ADL Regional Director Derrek Shulman of Needham, political director for a national pro-Israeli lobbying group, will not take the ADL away from denying the Armenian Genocide. (Newton Tab, MA)
Building bridges Aug 25, 2008
The Anti-Defamation League could use somebody like Lenny Zakim about now. The late, legendary activist made the ADL's New England office into a civil-rights powerhouse. (Boston Globe)
Weiser to receive Sand in My Shoes award Aug 24, 2008
He is currently involved in the Florida Society of Trustees of the National Conference of Christians & Jews, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Miami, the Case Western Reserve University School of Law Society of Fellows, the Orange Bowl Committee and Anti-Defamation League. Weiser has also held business directorships for Carnival Corp., Interstate Hotels & Resorts, Watsco, Winsloew Furniture Group, Wyndham International, and currently serves on the board of BNY Mellon United National Bank. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
